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You enter the store and discover it is stocked with hundreds of items, all neatly labelled and displayed with meticulous care. The proprietor of this establishment is an old widow called Shao. She is busy serving a customer, but she takes a few moments to smile and call out to you in a pleasant tone.

‘Please, you are most welcome to browse my wares. I will be with you shortly.’

You acknowledge her friendly directive with a respectful nod and begin to peruse her goods. Mostly they are household and farming implements, but you take note of a few items that may be of use during your mission:

- Small Blanket: 10 Ren (1 Gold Crown)
- Arrows: 10 Ren each (1 Gold Crown each)
- Lantern: 20 Ren (2 Gold Crowns)
- Rope (50 ft. length): 30 Ren (3 Gold Crowns)
- Potion of Laumspur: 40 Ren (4 Gold Crowns) Restores 4 ENDURANCE when swallowed after combat.
- Compass: 50 Ren (5 Gold Crowns)

Having served her customer, Shao comes and asks you if you have found anything that you would like to purchase. You may buy any of the items listed above for the price indicated. With the exception of the Arrows, they are all Backpack Items that will take up one space in your backpack. You are under no obligation to make a purchase.

You may leave the General Store and visit the tavern next door by turning to 120.